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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Initiatives news

The HCM team were busy at the recent FIBO Global Fitness event in Cologne, Germany,
The fitness sector’s pivot to active wellbeing is being discussed in a new weekly podcast,
NYC-based lifestyle, spa and skin science brand Immunocologie Skincare has embarked on a strategic collaboration
With a new master franchisee on board, the rollout of Anytime Fitness in the Middle
Book4Time has announced the launch of Day & Resort Passes on its award-winning platform to
Sri Lankan retreat brand Santani Wellness Resorts has joined forces with the Oman Tourism Development
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The World Travel & Tourism Council 's (WTTC) Hotel Sustainability Basics verification (Basics) has achieved
In the same week as tennis legend, Andre Agassi, was appointed to the board of
US massage and wellness franchise Massage Heights is under new leadership with the return of
Banyan Tree Group is ringing in its 30th anniversary by rebranding as Banyan Group to
Inventor Justin Wiggan is creating a new haptic suit that massages people by translating the
Horizon Leisure is upgrading and investing in its new shopping-centre health hub – The Wellbeing
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The world’s first certification for fitness professionals to support mental wellbeing will be launched early
New insight from UK quango, Sport England has found that healthy life expectancy in England
JD Gyms, part of listed company, JD Sports Fashion plc, has sold UAE health club
Patrick Huey has been appointed as the new director of global wellbeing operations at Hyatt
Trade body, the International Spa Association (ISPA), has appointed Todd Shaw and Ella Kent as
Luxury hotel and spa operator Auberge Resorts Collection has named Vivianne Garcia-Tunon as its first-ever
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Dave Wright has stepped down as Group CEO of Myzone, the fitness technology business he
After decades struggling for recognition, the worlds of traditional, complementary and integrative medicine (TCIM) have
The share price of F45 Training has fallen by 75 per cent, after the franchised
Calilo, a luxury boutique resort on the picturesque Greek island of Ios, has refreshed its
Hotel owner, operator and investor Minor Hotels has announced plans to unveil a second Anantara
International themed attraction and experience designer Katapult and animation studio Aardman have launched a new
Luxury Ayurveda aromatherapy brand Subtle Energies has made its first foray into the Italian wellness
For the last two racing seasons, Power Plate has been proud to serve as recovery
The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (HSPH) has unveiled the Thich Nhat Hanh
Industry body the Irish Spa Association (ISA) has named Melissa Jones as its new general
The Inaugural Children’s Mental Health Symposium will be held in Dublin, Ireland, from 20-21 May
Norway's largest theme park, Kongeparken, is investing heavily in solar energy, as it looks to
The Gym Group saw an upswing in EBITDA, to £38m for 2022, well above the
Members of the global spa and wellness community are being invited to gather at the
British skincare and spa brand Elemis has announced its new status as a Certified B
A report issued by the UK Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has accused Sport England
Hospitality and wellness industry veteran Sonu Shivdasani has been honoured as an officer of the
Mystery shopper business Proinsight Research has merged with ReactCX, a customer experience measurement and market
Nordic Hotels & Resorts’ newest luxury hotel in Oslo, Sommerro, has announced the grand opening
Politicians in the UK are taking part in a physical activity challenge hosted by UK
The Royal Parks Half Marathon has named London Marathon Events as its new delivery partner.
The Grammy Museum has launched its first ever Campaign For Music Education, co-chaired by some
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
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GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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HCM magazine
HCM People
Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
You’ll see Lotte’s influence in many of today’s classes and I want to make sure her name doesn’t die
HCM magazine
Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
HCM magazine
Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
HCM magazine
Debate
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
Property experts say it’s a golden moment for health and fitness operators to secure leases, as the sector has come through the pandemic with its reputation largely intact and clubs are seen as desirable anchor tenants. Kath Hudson finds out why landlords want to talk
HCM magazine
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Company profiles
Company profile: Kemitron GmbH
Kemitron is a German family-owned company specialising in the development and manufacture of high-quality products ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Perfect Gym Solutions S.A.
Perfect Gym is a global software provider specialising in fitness and recreation facility management solutions. ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
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Salt therapy products
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Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
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Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
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Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
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11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates

Initiatives news

The HCM team were busy at the recent FIBO Global Fitness event in Cologne, Germany,
The fitness sector’s pivot to active wellbeing is being discussed in a new weekly podcast,
NYC-based lifestyle, spa and skin science brand Immunocologie Skincare has embarked on a strategic collaboration
With a new master franchisee on board, the rollout of Anytime Fitness in the Middle
Book4Time has announced the launch of Day & Resort Passes on its award-winning platform to
Sri Lankan retreat brand Santani Wellness Resorts has joined forces with the Oman Tourism Development
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The World Travel & Tourism Council 's (WTTC) Hotel Sustainability Basics verification (Basics) has achieved
In the same week as tennis legend, Andre Agassi, was appointed to the board of
US massage and wellness franchise Massage Heights is under new leadership with the return of
Banyan Tree Group is ringing in its 30th anniversary by rebranding as Banyan Group to
Inventor Justin Wiggan is creating a new haptic suit that massages people by translating the
Horizon Leisure is upgrading and investing in its new shopping-centre health hub – The Wellbeing
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The world’s first certification for fitness professionals to support mental wellbeing will be launched early
New insight from UK quango, Sport England has found that healthy life expectancy in England
JD Gyms, part of listed company, JD Sports Fashion plc, has sold UAE health club
Patrick Huey has been appointed as the new director of global wellbeing operations at Hyatt
Trade body, the International Spa Association (ISPA), has appointed Todd Shaw and Ella Kent as
Luxury hotel and spa operator Auberge Resorts Collection has named Vivianne Garcia-Tunon as its first-ever
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Dave Wright has stepped down as Group CEO of Myzone, the fitness technology business he
After decades struggling for recognition, the worlds of traditional, complementary and integrative medicine (TCIM) have
The share price of F45 Training has fallen by 75 per cent, after the franchised
Calilo, a luxury boutique resort on the picturesque Greek island of Ios, has refreshed its
Hotel owner, operator and investor Minor Hotels has announced plans to unveil a second Anantara
International themed attraction and experience designer Katapult and animation studio Aardman have launched a new
Luxury Ayurveda aromatherapy brand Subtle Energies has made its first foray into the Italian wellness
For the last two racing seasons, Power Plate has been proud to serve as recovery
The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (HSPH) has unveiled the Thich Nhat Hanh
Industry body the Irish Spa Association (ISA) has named Melissa Jones as its new general
The Inaugural Children’s Mental Health Symposium will be held in Dublin, Ireland, from 20-21 May
Norway's largest theme park, Kongeparken, is investing heavily in solar energy, as it looks to
The Gym Group saw an upswing in EBITDA, to £38m for 2022, well above the
Members of the global spa and wellness community are being invited to gather at the
British skincare and spa brand Elemis has announced its new status as a Certified B
A report issued by the UK Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has accused Sport England
Hospitality and wellness industry veteran Sonu Shivdasani has been honoured as an officer of the
Mystery shopper business Proinsight Research has merged with ReactCX, a customer experience measurement and market
Nordic Hotels & Resorts’ newest luxury hotel in Oslo, Sommerro, has announced the grand opening
Politicians in the UK are taking part in a physical activity challenge hosted by UK
The Royal Parks Half Marathon has named London Marathon Events as its new delivery partner.
The Grammy Museum has launched its first ever Campaign For Music Education, co-chaired by some
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Company profiles
Company profile: Kemitron GmbH
Kemitron is a German family-owned company specialising in the development and manufacture of high-quality products ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Perfect Gym Solutions S.A.
Perfect Gym is a global software provider specialising in fitness and recreation facility management solutions. ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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